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Arma Petelin(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California
Anxiety - Depression-Family issues- Relationship issues- Trauma-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Arma is an LMFT and has been practicing in the field for over ten years with experience providing therapy to adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression,

anger management/emotional regulation, relationship issues, grief, addiction, women’s issues, and trauma.

She is passionate about empowering others. She believes we all can grow and heal when given the chance to be heard and understood. She aims to lead her clients to a deeper understanding of themselves, enabling access to strengths and healthy perspectives.

Her approach to therapy is holistic and client-centered. She uses a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),

Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and EMDR.


Message to clients

I recognize that people are unique individuals shaped by their culture, family, values, beliefs, and personal identity, and there is no one-size-fits-all model of care.

My goal is to listen to and hear your story and meet you where you are. Together, we will create an individualized treatment plan to take you to your next level of emotional well-being.

You are not alone. Call today to schedule a consultation with me. I would be honored to guide you on your journey to emotional wellness.


Licensure

California: 137559

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Carelon
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Coventry Health
  • Evernorth
  • First Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Holman Group
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente PPO
  • LA Care
  • Loyola Marymount University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Multiplan or PHCS
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Pomona College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • University of California Davis Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Irvine Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Los Angeles Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Merced Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Riverside Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California San Diego Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Santa Barbara Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Santa Cruz Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of Southern California Student Health Insurance (Aetna)

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Arma Petelin

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$160 (60min)

Client testimonials

"I feel like we had a good experience. Her feedback to me made me feel heard and I look forward meeting with her again."
- Zencare client March 2025

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